RJC launching new COP
The COP defines responsible, social & Environmental business practices Today RJC is launching its new Code of Practices (COP). The COP defines responsible, social and environmental business practices for companies in the jewellery supply chain and commits members to adhere to a robust set of comprehensive auditable standards. Since it was formed in 2005, the RJC’s third COP iteration reflects the evolving needs of the industry and demands of consumers globally. The latest version builds on a solid foundation and the core requirements, structure and format of the COP will be deeply familiar to RJC members. Significant changes include: 1: the expansion of the scope of materials to include coloured gemstones (rubies, emeralds and sapphires) and silver; 2: the alignment of due diligence requirements with the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) Guidance for Responsible Mineral Supply Chains; and 3: new requirements on the detection of labor